Beatles heritage, waterfront & football
Liverpool
Liverpool · The Beatles, docks & football
A proud, witty port city with music in its bones, Liverpool gave the world the Beatles and two football giants. Its regenerated waterfront, grand maritime architecture and warm Scouse humour make it one of England's most characterful cities.
Top sightsSights
The Beatles Story
The immersive museum tracing the Fab Four, plus the rebuilt Cavern Club nearby.
Albert Dock
Restored Victorian docks with the Tate Liverpool and Maritime Museum.
Royal Liver Building
The waterfront landmark crowned by mythical Liver Birds.
Anfield & Goodison Park
The storied home grounds of Liverpool and Everton FC.
Liverpool Cathedral
Britain’s largest cathedral, with tower views over the Mersey.
What to eatFood
Scouse
The lamb-and-potato stew that gave locals their nickname.
Wet Nelly
A rich bread pudding, a Liverpool sweet-shop classic.
Fish and chips
Best eaten by the docks with mushy peas.
Good to know
- A Beatles ticket bundle covers the Story, childhood homes and Magical Mystery tour.
- Match days transform the city — book football tickets far ahead.
- The ferry across the Mersey is a cheap, scenic ride.
Getting there
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) serves Europe; trains reach Manchester in under an hour and London in about two.
Next city
Glasgow